Why our buyers want to live in Tiptree.

Why our buyers want to live in Tiptree.

Church & Hawes explore the appeal of the popular village of Tiptree.

Tiptree is, situated 10 miles (16 km) south-west of Colchester and around 8 miles (12.9 km) from Maldon. Surrounding villages include Messing, Tolleshunt Knights, Tolleshunt Major, Layer Marney, Inworth, Birch, Great Braxted, Great Totham and Little Totham.

Tiptree is amoungst the main contenders for "biggest village in England" meaning it has an outstanding range of amenities to support it's growing population. The village offers an established village centre with easy access to local Essex countryside walks and a thriving nature reserve.


Probably Tiptree's most famous local business is Wilkin & Sons, known for producing the finest Jams and preserves. If you tell someone from outside the local area that you live in Tiptree, chances are you will get a reply: "isn't that where they make the Jam?"

In terms of schooling Tiptree offers educational facilities from preschool to secondary school age which is a real advantage.

Preschools supporting Tiptree:
  1. Tiptree Preschool Playgroup.
  2. ABC Day Nursery.
  3. Little Peeps Nursery.
  4. Tolleshunt Knights Preschool.

Primary Schools in Tiptree:
  1. St. Lukes Primary School.
  2. Baynards Primary School.
  3. Milldene Primary School.
  4. Tiptree Heath Primary School.

Secondary Education in Tiptree:


For the active applicants Tiptree offers some fantastic road and cross country running routes with two Gyms located in the Village Atlantis Gym and Spa and Leisure World.

There is a mix of independent shops and more well known brands in Tiptree including Staines & Brights, Millins of Tiptree, Spring Lodge Vets as well as Tescos and Asda.


We have an excellent level of demand for homes in Tiptree as when applicants register with our Maldon office our buyers are astonding in comparisson what good value they can get in Tiptree often meaning we can achieve a premium for your home.

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